My outlet doesnt have the 3rd metal prong, Does this adapter work with outlets with only two pronged plugs?
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No it won't work in your outlet. This adaptor has the 3rd (grounding) plug on it. Unless you modify it, which I wouldnt recommend but I have seen done..
1668
I don't think so. I don't use it that way. I've seen converter plugs that turn 3prong into 2prong. I think this plug doesn't have room on the back to user 2 converters.
1669
Sorry for the delay. No, the prongs on the backside of this device are also three-pronged. Also, you might want to know that even though the photo shows a screw in the center of the device (a critical feature for me) it does not have one.
775066
This wiil work with a 2 prong, non-grounded plug. I do not believe it will work with a 3 prong grounded plug. It will work if the ground prong is removed but then you have a safety issue.
874161
I believe any two prong plug will work in a 3 prong receptor, just not the other way around, i.e., a three prong plug will obviously not work in a 2 prong receptor. The third prong is merely a ground. So it's up to you if you feel it's safe.
399803
Brenda, only a 2 prong. I believe there are inexpensive 2 prong to 3 prong adapters. Its worth a Google search.
284447
This is designed to fit a 3 prong outlet in the States, 3 prong outlets here are vertical rather than slanted so you might need an adapter.
2168293
No, these things are worthless. You have to buy an adapter to make any 3-prong plug work.
2010407
It does not have 3 prong plug. How do I know if its UL listed? What does that mean?
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This is only a plug adapter, it is not a transformer. Therefore, while it will allow you to plug any 3-prong or 2-prong US electrical device into it, it will still give you the power of the host receptacle. If your power strip/surge protector is designed to work with the type of power in the host receptacle, then this will do what you want.
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If you are talking about the version of the adapter that works in Australia/New Zealand the answer is Yes. The device has the three prongs that match with outlets in New Zealand and Australia. If you look closely at the picture, you will see that it has three holes that match the US plugs with three prongs. And I think two if not all three outlets on this device can accept 3 prong plugs. Just remember that this is not a converter and it won't work for US devices like hair dryers that only use 110 volts. It should work with your computer.
739163
It is a two pronged plug and it fit in my US outlet just fine. One of the prongs is taller than the other; some outlets, maybe older ones, will not accommodate it.
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I don't remember if it uses a three prong. but you if you need an extension cord for the unit, you should get a a heavy duty electrical extension chord like the one you would use for an air conditioner or a 15 to 20ft electrical chord and these extension chords are three pronged and they work fine with the heater. If your outlet is not three pronged, you can always go the hardware store and get an 2 pronged outlet adapter : Coleman Cable 9901 3-Prong To 2-Prong Adapter, Grounding Outlet Converter, 2-Pack
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The total current drain for the three(3) cords may exceed the maximum rating of the 3-prong outlet. If this is the case , I suggest you use the RV Plug since an RV to Standard Outlet Adapter is relatively inexpensive compared to the Twist -Lock Connector that would be needed.Good luck and God Bless America !!!wysansi2008
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Hi Annie. The model I received from the seller came with two prongs. But a lot of these discount adapter listings tend to lump multiple knock-off adapters together.
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You would be better off the changing the two(2)prong outlet for a three(3)prong.for ground protection.And for a two or three dollars investment,you will be safe
788496
It does plug into a regular 3 prong (one being the ground) outlet... They work like a charm... I have 4 of them..
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I'm not an expert on this but I would say no, as it just has a regular 3 pronged plug on the end, one that fits most of my home outlets.
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Yes, it does. Tanya D. You need an 3 prong outlet or adapter piece.. Someone else also posted in their review questions, don't have too many appliances going that pull a lot of current while using it. It has blown a fuse when too many things are going. As it did with me.. But, outside of that, its very useful.